Six weeks: I’m already becoming thicker around my waist and so amazed that the changes happen so fast. Morning sickness fell upon me today. I experienced very intense morning sickness (…er, all day sickness) during my last two pregnancies. But now I have much more support—acupuncturists, herbalists, and a husband who loves to keep me fed on protein. Kindred’s March 08 edition (Vol 25) featured a short piece on morning sickness in the Health & Wellbeing department (page 44). In it they mention the importance of maintaining blood sugar levels by eating lots of small regular meals that are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. This seemed to work for me immediately. I also, upon suggestion by my naturopath, began taking a liquid herbal blend with black horehound as the main ingredient. So far, it’s working like a charm. Thankfully. As well I have to make sure I eat breakfast early, upon waking, rather than waiting an hour or so…a challenge as I rarely wake up hungry!
I’ve made phone calls to two midwives. Neither one has returned my call. I’m noticing that it is bothering me—more than something usually bothers me. Is it a sign that they are not the ones? Should I call them again? Should I move on? It’s playing in my mind and creating doubts and insecurities. I’m noticing how vigilant I must be now with my mind and emotions—as they are playing out more intensely. To support myself in this I sit and meditate often during the day, and even take mini-moments whenever the need arises, to just meet uncomfortable feelings or thoughts and let them melt into ‘nowness’.
